Life — March 18, 1909 — page 6: what you’re looking at

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# Life Magazine, March 18, 1909 The page contains editorial commentary on President Theodore Roosevelt's impending departure from office (he left in March 1909). The main cartoon depicts Roosevelt as a sailor departing on a ship, satirizing his planned African safari after leaving the presidency. The accompanying text expresses relief that Roosevelt is leaving—describing the tumultuous emotional display of his presidency and the "wounded" caused by his neighbor, the *World* newspaper (likely the New York World). The editorial celebrates that a new president will take office amid "applause" and calmer circumstances. It praises Roosevelt's accomplishments while suggesting the country needs "a period of repose" after his energetic tenure. The tone is tongue-in-cheek rather than hostile, treating his departure as both notable and somewhat comedic.